The "Gunners" Arsenal met their target by storming Leeds United and winning convincingly, continuing to lead the English Premier League.
In the English Premier League 2025-26 season on Saturday, 31 Jan 2026 GMT+7, the notable match featured Leeds United, known as the "Peacocks," hosting league leaders Arsenal at Elland Road.
In the 27th minute of the first half, Arsenal took the lead 1-0 when Noni Madueke crossed from the left into the penalty area, and Martin Zubimendi made a superb header at the near post to score.
Then in the 38th minute, Arsenal extended their lead to 2-0. Noni Madueke delivered a corner kick from the right side to the near post, where Leeds goalkeeper Karl Darlow misjudged and deflected the ball into his own net. The first half ended with this score.
After the break, in the 69th minute, Arsenal went further ahead 3-0. Gabriel Martinelli advanced down the right byline, cut inside, and crossed for Victor Yokeres to strike the ball into the net with his instep.
That was not all. In the 86th minute, Arsenal pulled even further away with a 4-0 lead as Gabriel Jesus curled a beautiful right-footed shot into the goal.
Neither side scored again in the remaining time. The match ended with Arsenal defeating Leeds United 4-0, moving up to 53 points to maintain their Premier League lead. They are now 7 points ahead of second-place Manchester City, who have played one more match. Leeds remain with 26 points, placing 16th in the standings.